Bassareus croceipennis
This record describes Bassareus croceipennis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe
- Cryptocephalini
- Genus
- Bassareus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
FL-GA - Map , most records from peninsular FL
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Reported from oak ( Quercus ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: croceipennis (L). 'orange-colored wings'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bassareus croceipennis. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Bassareus croceipennis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Bassareus croceipennis
How big is Bassareus croceipennis?
3.5 mm (LeConte 1880)
Where is Bassareus croceipennis found?
Range: FL-GA - Map , most records from peninsular FL
What does Bassareus croceipennis eat?
The diet of the Bassareus croceipennis includes Reported from oak ( Quercus ) ( 4 ).